- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – President William Ruto has joined leaders in congratulating Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi on his re-election. Through a post shared Online President Ruto expressed gratitude to his DRC counterpart for winning the elections. “Sincere…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – Authorities in Kenya have advised motorists to use alternative roads in response to complaints about increased toll charges on the Nairobi Expressway, a 27km (17-mile) highway in the capital. The government has hiked the toll fees by up to 39%, from $2.29 to $3.18. The move…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – The North Eastern and Western part of the country will continue to experience sunny and dry weather condition until end of January, The Kenya Meteorological department has stated. According to the Meteorological department, isolated heavy rainfall will however be witnessed…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has sued prosecutors in the bungled Sh63 billion Arror and Kimwarer dams’ case. The human rights body accused Geoffery Obiri and Oliver Mureithi of mishandling the case and prosecutorial misconduct. “This case seeks accountability…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – Two suspects have been arrested over the murder of athlete Benjamin Kiplagat. According to police, the suspects were captured on CCTV in the Saturday night ordeal. A knife suspected of being used in the killing of the 34-year-old Kiplagat was found on one of the suspects,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he is going to make arrangements on how the land at the Nyeri maximum prison will be utilized and produce food that will be pumped to other institutions in the county.Speaking at the Nyeri maximum prison, the DP asserted that the 88…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 2 – President Ruto was named one of the most influential Africans in 2023 by the premier magazine ‘New African’. The accolade comes a month after US based ‘Time Magazine’ cited him among the 100 most influential leaders. President Ruto’s dedication to addressing climate-related…
- BEIJING, Jan 2 — China’s national observatory on Tuesday renewed a yellow alert for thick fog in some parts of the country. On Tuesday morning, heavy fog is expected to affect parts of Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shandong, Jiangsu, Anhui, Sichuan Basin, Fujian, Liaoning and Xinjiang, according to the…
- BEIJING, Jan 2 – People who offer bribes or damage the legitimate interests of private enterprises will face harsher punishment in line with an amended law, in China’s latest step in strengthening the fight against corruption. In Amendment XII to the Criminal Law, which was passed by the Standing…
- BEIJING, Jan 2 – People who fear respiratory viruses but are reluctant to wear masks may have an easy alternative in the future, as Chinese scientists have developed a substance to be sprayed or inhaled to cover the nasal cavity that can form a “mask” to trap and kill various viruses that are…
- Some of those interviewed by Capital FM shared their expectations for a promising 2024, believing that persistent issues such as the high cost of living and heavy tax burdens will soon be addressed, paving the way for economic growth.
- The official inauguration of the president is scheduled to take place at the end of January 2023, following the announcement of the final results on January 10.
- According to a survey that China Council for the Promotion of International Trade released in November, over 80 percent of 700 foreign companies were satisfied with China's business environment in the third quarter of 2023, and nearly 90 percent expect their profits to remain stable or increase in…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 1- From wars, to a prolonged drought and then el-nino rains, to a falling shilling and rising global inflation, 2023 has been a year of a kind. It will be the year that will go down in history as being marked by two big wars – an ongoing conflict in Ukraine as […]
- NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 1 – President William Ruto has expressed optimism that the New Year of 2024 will usher in positive developments for the nation. In his televised New Year’s address on Sunday, President Ruto asserted that Kenya is on a promising path towards enhancing its economic prospects. “It…
- January 1, 2024: Kenyans embraced the arrival of the New Year 2024 with a dazzling fireworks exhibition at the Old Mutual Tower in the capital Nairobi. This annual fireworks extravaganza at the Old Mutual Tower has become a cherished tradition, brilliantly illuminating the night sky and welcoming…
- Before Sydney and Auckland welcomed 2024, the small Pacific island nations of Tonga, Samoa, and Kiribati had already celebrated the New Year an hour earlier.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 31 – The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance opposition coalition is gearing up for the new year with a strong focus on addressing what they perceive as shortcomings of the Kenya Kwanza government over the past year. In a statement released on the eve of the New Year 2024 by the…
- Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a New Year address to ring in 2024 on Sunday. Here are some highlights: High-quality development The Chinese economy has sustained the momentum of recovery with steady progress made in pursuing high-quality development, Xi said. According to Xi, China has…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 31 – Kenya’s former President, Uhuru Kenyatta, has congratulated President Felix Tshisekedi on his re-election as the leader of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In a statement released via the official page of the Office of the Fourth President of Kenya, Kenyatta urged…
- BEIJING, China Dec 31 – On a recent driving holiday to Norway, I couldn’t help but notice the great number of electric vehicles on the road. Even more surprising was that I did not immediately recognize the maker of some of these vehicles. Because EVs are easily recognized by their lack of a large…
- China is saddened by this dense flurry of deliberations by the council of the grievous attacks and civilian casualties toward the end of the year, said Geng Shuang, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations.
- 21 killed in Ukrainian shelling attacks on Russia’s border city Belgorod: governor MOSCOW/KIEV, Dec. 31 (Xinhua) — The Ukrainian shelling of the Russian border city of Belgorod has caused 21 deaths, including three children, and damage in 30 apartment buildings, Vyacheslav Gladkov, governor of the…
- From good health and professional success to the pursuit of happiness, stable economy, marriage and personal growth, these aspirations reflect the diverse dreams of the city's people.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 31 – Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has encouraged Kenyans to maintain hope in the approaching New Year and unite against corruption and greed. In his New Year’s message on Sunday, Kalonzo conveyed optimism, expressing his belief that Kenyans would diligently strive to rectify…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 31 – The Kenyan government has asked individuals planning to use fireworks on New Year’s Eve to obtain a permit from the Inspector of Explosives within the State Department of Mining. Citing the Explosives Acts, the State Department for Mining emphasized the significance of…
- Kiplangat, a prominent long-distance runner with a specialization in the 3,000m steeplechase, had previously represented Uganda at the Rio Olympic Games in 2016.
- In the year 2023, Kenya made significant strides on the global stage by addressing two major issues that have far-reaching implications for Africa and the world. These developments not only demonstrated Kenya’s commitment to global challenges but also showcased its role as a progressive leader on…
- NAKURU, Kenya Dec 31 – At least five people died on Sunday morning, with several others sustaining injuries in a tragic road accident in Nakuru. The Sunday morning accident involving a fuel tanker, a lorry and a matatu occurred at the Eveready Round-about in Nakuru. Nakuru Town West Sub-County…
- While Argentina declined the invitation under President Javier Milei, who recently assumed office and reversed his predecessor's membership bid, Ethiopia, Egypt, and the three other invitees embraced the opportunity.
- While the CENI has not yet announced the official results, the Constitutional Court is set to make the final decision in January. Opposition candidate Martin Fayulu has already rejected the election results, citing "organized, planned fraud."
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 30 – Rapper Volvexzshawa, whose real name is Hamisi Gift Musitwa, recently opened up about the reasons behind his hiatus from the music industry. Although born in Kenya, he was raised in South Carolina, United States, and initially gained recognition as a street battle rapper in…
- ADDIS ABABA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) — Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat on Friday welcomed the signing of the AU-Ethiopia grant agreement to sustain peace in northern Ethiopia’s Tigray Region. On Thursday, the Ethiopian government and the AU signed a 1-million-U.S.-…
- Xi said that over the past year, China has overcome internal and external difficulties with determination and resilience, and promoted economic recovery and development.
- Approval has been granted for the Taipingling nuclear power project in South China's Guangdong province, as well as the Jinqimen nuclear power project in Zhejiang province, according to an executive meeting of China's Cabinet chaired by Premier Li Qiang.
- Said by many to be "China's first humanoid robot stock", UBTech Robotics raised more than HK$1 billion ($130 million) on its first day of trading, as many domestic companies race to commercialize their humanoid robots.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 30- Kenyans have until January 5, 2023, to submit their views on the 2023-2024 budget draft, according to a notice published by the National Treasury. Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njunguna Ndung’u stated that the Ministry will hold public hearings on the proposed 2023/2024…